How do u remove the Woodruff Key from the Crankshaft nose without damaging it. I have already removed the timing chain sprockets and just want to get the blasted key off the nose. HOW DO I DO IT?

1966 289 V8

 

try using a brass punch won't scar the crank

 

Why remove it?

 

lol good point...i guess there is no need to. I was just following what my repair book told me.

 

You will need it later, so you are done...